•  Due to a scarcity of local services in cat welfare. We felt compelled to launch BMD as a Cat Welfare Group to service the Blue Mountains, Lithgow, Bathurst and beyond.
• Few services provided the range of crucial aspects of rescue, rehab, and rehoming.
• Alarmingly, unrestrained and un-desexed cats continued to wander outdoors, wreaking havoc on local fauna.
• Rampant dumping and abuse of cats and kittens underscored the urgent need for action!

United in 2020 as a passionate group with a collective wisdom of 140 years in animal and cat welfare.

A small, dedicated group, taking a personal interest in the community, the environment, and the cats.

BMD Cat Welfare is entirely volunteer run and receives no government funding (about BMD).

Board Members. Annie, Cathy B, Suzanne, Christine R and Chris W.

• Unable to maintain care provision, owners may surrender their beloved cats.
• Goodhearted individuals regularly turn in forsaken or injured cats and kittens they encounter.
• We embark on rescue missions to save felines facing dire health conditions or life-threatening predicaments.
• Colonies are a significant source for admitting large numbers of cats and kittens into our care.

With an adamant pro-life philosophy, our priorities are to:

• Rescue, shelter, and rehabilitate desperate felines.
• Provide Foster Care arrangements for cats and kittens in loving homes.
• Provide an adoption service to find forever homes for all cats and kittens. (See Cat Adoption Stories)
• Provide Community support and referral for enquiries and concerns relating to cat welfare.
• Run the BMD Op Shop in support of: The environment; Recycling and Funding as our primary source of income.

1. By helping rescue cats you save lives.
2. Become a member of a passionate mob ensuring the needs of felines, people and the community are met.
3. Rescue cats in care are well cared for and loved.
4. You save money by adopting vs. purchasing from a pet shop.
5. Peace of mind that you are dealing with a reputable registered charity organisation.
6. A home is never empty when there is a cat or a kitten.
7. Cats and kittens bring joy and laughter to a family and home.
8. The companionship of a cat can lead to less stress and better sleep.
9. Cats and kittens provide emotional support and comfort during times of grief.

Smiley

Smiley: Gone from being an ugly duckling to a swan. Smiley loves his new home with Larissa.

Maverick

Karen and Doug say they are so lucky to have Maverick and kindly provide pics of his ongoing antics.

Wee Willie

Wee Willie In his new home: Sarah says, "We love him dearly; he has made our family complete."

• Desexing cats not only boosts their health but also curbs unwanted conduct. It's a crucial step to owning a cat responsibly, and it helps avoid overpopulation by preventing unexpected kittens. Desexed felines are way calmer and less likely to fight with other cats. They're less prone to marking their territory by spraying, making them great indoor companions.
• Never abandon any unwanted cats or kittens. Doing so transforms them into strays that face multiple dangers and must rely on wildlife for sustenance.
• Preventing your cat from roaming: Keep them out of harm's way and prevent them from harming native wildlife.
  
• Keep you cat confined within your property, ideally indoors or in a special enclosure or cattery. Safeguarding against dangers such as road mishaps, brawls, serious diseases or human cruelty. Moreover, they may or may even be stolen. Avoid these hazards by ensuring your cat remains at home.

• Consider teaching your cat to adapt to a leash. This method is gaining popularity among owners, providing a secure mode for cats to experience outdoor life. It helps keep them active, reducing tendencies towards boredom.